R&D Connections — The Case for a Comprehensive, Four-Skills Assessment of English-Language Proficiency
- Author(s):
- Powers, Donald E.
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Report Number:
- RDC-14
- Source:
- Document Type:
- Subject/Key Words:
- English language proficiency language testing listening reading writing speaking TOEIC TOEFL
Abstract
Can a single measure serve as a sufficient proxy for a test taker’s overall proficiency in all modes of communication in English, including listening, reading, writing, and speaking? The 14th issue of R&D Connections explores the arguments in favor of a comprehensive assessment that taps all four language skills.